Full Time AS Level English Language and Literature

AS Level English Language and Literature

Course Details

A level English focuses on language, its use and effects in both literary and non-literary texts. It provides the opportunity to study a wide variety of written and spoken texts, and consider the way in which language works. There are four sets of literary texts to be studied alongside the non-literary texts and unseen papers. AS 2 year programme: In the first year you will follow the AS course which has 3 papers, two examinations and a coursework element. The grade which results from these papers can be 'banked' or not, and the student can progress to the second stage. One year programme: Both AS and A2 modules can be taken in one year within the part-time programme. You will study Edexcel London 8179 and 9179 syllabuses and the examinations are as follows: Unit 1 - The spoken word (closed text). Unprepared commentary Much ado about nothing - Shakespeare Unit 2 - Desk study Textual material for writing tasks Unit 3A - Shorter fiction study (coursework) Dubliners - James Joyce

Qualifications required:
The course appeals to a wide range of students, offering the opportunity to examine and understand the English language, and develop writing skills. Further and wider reading is essential and students should be prepared to read extensively throughout the course. You should have a minimum of GCSE grade B in English or English Literature.

Course length:
1 year

Venue:
The College's Queen's Gardens Centre

Start Date:
September

Course hours:
5 hours daytime

Additional info:
Further information can be sought from David Wood on 01482 313458 or Student Information on 01482 598744.

Progression:
A2 English Language and Literature

Session times:
TBA

Days running:
TBA